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Pediatric & kids nutrition · Bangalore clinic & onlineHealthy, happy eaters, with meals your child will actually enjoy
A Pediatric Dietitian & Nutritionist helps your child eat a balanced diet for healthy growth, energy, focus and immunity, with practical plans for picky eating, weight concerns and lunch boxes. At SmartBite, Dt. Nazish Akhtar (M.Sc. Dietetics & Nutrition, 12+ years of experience) works with parents of toddlers, school children and teenagers at the Akshayanagar clinic in Bangalore or online.
- Kid-friendly plans built around your child’s likes and dislikes
- Simple ideas for breakfasts, lunch boxes and snacks
- Support for picky eating, weight concerns and low energy
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- 12+ yearsexperience
- M.Sc.Dietetics & Nutrition
- Toddlersto teens
- Clinic + onlineconsultations
- Parent-friendlyplans
Common concerns parents bring to us
Most of these improve with small, consistent changes at home, without force-feeding, bribes or strict diets. Talk to us →
How we help your child eat better
Built around your child
Your child’s age, growth, likes, dislikes, school routine and any reports shape the plan.
Family food, not separate menus
Healthier versions of the meals you already cook, so the whole family eats well together.
No pressure, no strict diets
Gentle, positive changes that build good habits, with a focus on growth rather than dieting.
Practical support for parents
Lunch box ideas, easy recipes and WhatsApp check-ins for the questions that come up every day.
Your child’s nutrition plan, step by step
Consultation with you and your child
We go through growth, eating habits, routine, activity, health history and any reports.
A child-friendly meal plan
Meals, snacks and lunch boxes built around foods your child likes, with new foods added gradually.
Regular follow-ups
Check-ins on WhatsApp or video to track eating, energy, growth and what’s working.
Plan updated as your child grows
Adjusted as tastes, appetite, school routines and nutritional needs change.
Nutrition for every age
What your child’s plan focuses on, from the toddler years to the teens.
Toddlers & pre-schoolers
Building good habits early, handling fussy eating and getting enough iron, calcium and protein.
School-age children
Healthy lunch boxes, steady energy for school and play, focus, immunity and healthy growth.
Teenagers
Growth spurts, sports, healthy weight, skin, exam stress and, for girls, periods and PMOS (PCOS).
Healthy family habits
Regular meal times, fewer packaged foods, more active play and family meals that support every child’s growth.
Children should not be put on weight-loss diets without medical advice; the focus is always on healthy growth and habits. Your child’s plan works alongside your paediatrician’s advice. Want your child to gain weight? See weight gain →
What parents say on Google
“We consulted with her regarding our son’s weight gain, as he is a selective eater… She provided a well-structured plan incorporating kid-friendly dietary recommendations. Following her guidance, he successfully gained 2kg over the course of 4 weeks.”
Suganya Kulathooran, Google review“I consulted Dt. Nazish for my daughter and very happy with the results. Consulting her was one of the best decisions as she gave proper advice, and managed her diet plan keeping her likes and dislikes in mind while adding new items to her diet.”
Anshumali Sinha, Google review“Ms. Nazish is a very friendly natured dietitian who is patient enough to listen to our queries and answers all. She explains each and every diet related thing.”
Lavanya Vinodh, Google review
Meet Dt. Nazish Akhtar
Dietitian & Nutritionist · M.Sc. Dietetics & Nutrition · PG Diploma in Clinical Nutrition · 12+ years’ experience
Children learn to eat by watching and trying, not by being forced. I give parents simple, realistic plans with familiar home food, so healthy eating becomes a habit for the whole family.
- Picky eaters
- Healthy weight gain
- Lunch box planning
- Teen nutrition
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Share your details and our team will call you to understand your child’s needs and book your consultation.
- Clinic hours: Mon–Fri 10 am – 8 pm, Sat 12 pm – 7 pm
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What does a pediatric nutritionist do?
A pediatric nutritionist looks at your child’s growth, appetite, food likes and dislikes, routine and activity, then helps you plan meals and snacks that give them the nutrients they need to grow, learn and play. Good nutrition in childhood supports healthy bones and muscles, brain development and focus, a strong immune system and eating habits that last a lifetime.
Working with a kids dietitian is different from following a generic diet chart. Your child’s plan uses the food already cooked at home, fits their school and activity schedule, and introduces new foods gradually, so healthy eating feels normal rather than forced.
Smart strategies for kid-friendly nutrition
- Colourful plates: offer a range of fruits and vegetables and make meals fun, with shapes, colours and small portions.
- Add, don’t hide too much: mix vegetables into favourites like palak paratha, vegetable dosa, carrot idli or vegetable pulao.
- Better snacks: swap chips and biscuits for fruit, curd, roasted chana, makhana, sprouts and homemade ladoos.
- Balanced breakfasts: poha with peanuts, idli with sambar, eggs with toast or a vegetable paratha with curd.
- Water and milk first: keep sugary drinks and packaged juices as occasional treats.
- Involve kids and eat together: let them help wash vegetables or choose a fruit, and enjoy meals together without screens.
Pediatric nutritionist near you in Bangalore
Our clinic is in Akshayanagar, close to Yelenahalli, Arekere, Hulimavu, Gottigere, Begur, Electronic City, JP Nagar and BTM Layout. Parents can also consult a kids nutritionist online on video call or WhatsApp from anywhere in India.
Frequently asked questions
What does a pediatric Dietitian & Nutritionist do?
A pediatric Dietitian & Nutritionist helps children eat a balanced diet for healthy growth, energy, focus and immunity. They assess your child’s growth, eating habits and routine, then give parents a practical, child-friendly plan for meals, snacks and lunch boxes, including for picky eating and weight concerns.
When should my child see a nutritionist?
Consider it if your child is a very picky eater, is underweight or overweight for their age, is not growing well, has low energy or falls sick often, or eats very few healthy foods.
How can I get my picky eater to eat vegetables?
Offer small portions of a new food alongside familiar ones, many times without pressure; children often need to try a food 10 or more times before they accept it. Add vegetables to dishes they already like, such as parathas, dosas and pasta, involve them in cooking and keep mealtimes calm.
My child is underweight. How can I help them gain weight?
Offer three meals and two to three snacks a day with energy-dense home foods such as milk, curd, paneer, eggs, banana, nut powders, ghee in sensible amounts and whole grains. Avoid filling up on juice or packaged snacks before meals. See our weight gain programme.
My child is overweight. Should they go on a diet?
No. Strict diets are not recommended for children. The focus is on healthier family habits: regular meals, more vegetables and fruit, fewer sugary drinks and packaged snacks, less screen time and more active play, so your child grows into a healthier weight.
What are healthy snacks for school lunch boxes?
Easy options include vegetable paratha with curd, idli or dosa, poha or upma with vegetables, sprouts chaat, paneer or egg sandwiches on whole-grain bread, fruit, roasted makhana and nuts if the school allows them.
Does my child need health drinks or supplements?
Most children who eat a balanced diet do not need health drinks, and many contain added sugar. Supplements such as iron or vitamin D should be given only if your doctor finds a deficiency.
How can I improve my child’s immunity through food?
There is no single superfood. A varied diet with fruits, vegetables, protein, curd and whole grains, along with enough sleep, outdoor play and fewer sugary foods, supports a healthy immune system.
Do you help teenagers with nutrition?
Yes. We help teenagers with growth spurts, sports nutrition, healthy weight, skin, exam-time eating and, for girls, periods and PMOS (PCOS), with plans that fit school and coaching schedules.
Where is your clinic? Is there a kids nutritionist near me?
Our clinic is in Akshayanagar, Bangalore, close to Hulimavu, Begur, Arekere, Electronic City, JP Nagar and Bannerghatta Road. Clinic hours are Monday to Friday 10 am to 8 pm and Saturday 12 pm to 7 pm.
Do you offer online consultations for children?
Yes. Parents can consult Dt. Nazish Akhtar online on video call or WhatsApp from anywhere in India, with the same personalised plan and regular follow-ups.
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Our clinic in Akshayanagar, Bangalore
SmartBite Diet & Nutrition
Begur – Koppa Road, Yelenahalli, Akshayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560068
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Mon–Fri: 10 am – 8 pm
Sat: 12 pm – 7 pm
Sun: by appointment
Ready to help your child eat better?
Book a consultation with Dt. Nazish Akhtar, in the clinic or online.